The game is only two minutes old when Croatia seize the lead. Mario Mandzukic (left) scored the most awkward header you're likely to see in this tournament. He slipped before making contact, so there was no power in it at all

But with half-time on the horizon, Croatia re-take the lead. It's a mucky goal. The ball pinged around the penalty box before arriving at the feet of Everton striker Nikica Jelavic, who guided it beyond Given with the outside of his right boot

The start of the second half brings more misery for Ireland as Croatia begin to assert their dominance. Mandzukic gets his second of the match - and it's another bizarre headed goal. This time his effort came back off the post, whacked Shay Given and crossed the line. How unlucky can Ireland get?